One Dead in Head-On Collision in Dedham
One person is dead following a head-on collision between a pickup truck and a utility truck late Friday night in Dedham, Massachusetts.
The crash occurred around 11:15 p.m. at 960 Washington Street, according to the Norfolk County District Attorney's Office. The Dedham Police Department received multiple 911 calls reporting the incident.
Emergency responders from Dedham and Westwood arrived on the scene, where they found the driver of the pickup truck suffering critical injuries. The driver was pronounced dead at the scene; their identity has not been released pending family notification. The utility truck driver was reportedly able to exit their vehicle without serious injuries.
The collision resulted in the pickup truck becoming engulfed in flames, with video evidence showing severe damage to both vehicles.
Authorities have not confirmed the cause of the crash; however, witnesses reported concerns about speeding on Washington Street. The roadway was closed during the investigation, which is being assisted by the Massachusetts State Police collision analysis and reconstruction section, the MSP crime scene services section, and the MSP commercial vehicle enforcement section.
The investigation remains active, and more information will be released as it becomes available.